Field Application Engineer

Davita Inc.; Bakersfield (CA); Remote; USD 139,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Davita Inc. as a Robotics Field Application Engineer, where you'll play a crucial role in deploying innovative solar technology. This position encompasses field optimization, technical support, and collaboration with engineering teams to drive the company’s mission towards a sustainable energy future. Ideal candidates will have a technical background, strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to quality and efficiency.

Benefits

Full range of medical, dental, vision, and life benefits

401(k) eligibility

Various paid time off benefits

Annual bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience in field operations, preferring solar energy or robotics.
• Familiarity with Linux for robot control and monitoring.
• Passion for sustainability in clean energy.

Responsibilities

• Monitor MAXIMO robots for performance and uptime.
• Ensure deployment and optimization across construction sites.
• Collaborate with teams for troubleshooting and debugging.

Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Technical Expertise

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field

Job description

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but actively shaping it? Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES), a Fortune 500 company that's leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries, AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work, you can be confident that you're joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas.

AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations, and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023, we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future, AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreement's goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions, such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers, are setting the pace for rapid, global decarbonization.

If you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a cleaner, more sustainable future - we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.

About Us

Embark on an exciting journey with AES as we pioneer the future of energy through MAXIMO, our innovative growth venture. MAXIMO, an AI-enabled robot, is transforming the construction of solar projects by expediting their completion. As a pivotal contributor to our mission of scaling solar energy production at an unparalleled pace, MAXIMO is leading the charge to meet the urgent global demand for net-zero emissions.

Role Overview

TheRobotics Field Application Engineer will be a vital member of the MAXIMO solar innovation business, responsible for the deployment, support, and field optimization of our MAXIMO robot and managing the operational aspects of the robot in the field. This role combines technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a production-oriented mindset.

A successful candidate will be highly motivated, passionate about their work, and eager to push the boundaries of what is currently achievable in the field. This mission-driven individual will work closely with our construction manager, engineering and product development teams to ensure the successful deployment and operation of our robotic systems in the field. You will be the key technical relay on the field to help Engineering team identify, troubleshoot and debug any on-field issues, and will collaborate closely with other team members to ensure the deployed solar site and modules are as per the requirements of the customer.

As a Field Application Engineer in the MAXIMO business, this position will work collaboratively across MAXIMO, including engineering, business leadership, and construction management, providing feedback, issues list, installation reports, and brainstorming solutions to be implemented on sites with the aim of improving production goals. MAXIMO team members are firm believers that accelerating decarbonization necessitates audacious actions, empowering the world to fulfill future needs.

Major Responsibilities

• Safety Compliance: Comply with all safety regulations and procedures, always ensuring a safe working environment.

• Continuous Operation and Monitoring:Monitor its performance, ensuring smooth operation and uptime and report any anomalies promptly and track them.

• Collaboration and Troubleshooting:Collaborate closely with other team members, including developers, engineers, and construction managers.Assist in debugging any on-field issues. Provide feedback and installation reports.

• Customer-Centric Approach:Ensure that deployed solar sites and modules meet customer requirements.Address customer inquiries and concerns professionally.

• Innovation and Efficiency:Push the boundaries of what is currently achievable in the field.Brainstorm solutions to enhance efficiency and productivity.

• Optimization and Maintenance: Monitor the performance of the robots and perform regular maintenance to ensure optimal operation. Implement software and hardware updates as needed.

• Documentation: Maintain detailed records of installations, maintenance activities, and customer interactions. Provide regular reports to management on system performance and field issues.

• MAXIMO Operations Planning: Support the development of MAXIMO operations plans based on project requirements and established schedules.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration:Work collaboratively across MAXIMO, engaging with engineering, business leadership, and construction management teams.Provide insights, compile issues list, and contribute to site improvements.

• Mission-Driven Mindset:Embrace the audacious goal of accelerating decarbonization.Empower the world by fulfilling future energy needs through sustainable practices.

Qualifications

• Founder's mentality: Entrepreneurial passion for getting things done and a "make it happen" attitude with an intellectual curiosity to seek new opportunities.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field (e.g., computer science, electrical engineering, or robotics) and a first experience as Field Application Engineer or similar role.

• Experience: Practical experience in field operations, preferably in solar energy or robotics. Experience with programming and configuring robotic systems.

• Proficiency in Linux: Familiarity with Linux-based systems for robot control and monitoring.

• Robotics Knowledge: Familiarity with control algorithms, motion planning, and sensor integration.

• Skill and Behavior: Capability to work dynamically and collaboratively across multiple teams in a fast-paced and technical business environment with minimal supervision. Excellent communication skills. Results-oriented, "can-do" attitude, and "get things done" mentality; comfortable with uncertainty and ambiguity; no compromise on attention to quality and details. Passion for sustainability and clean energy solutions.

• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to troubleshoot issues with machinery and make quick decisions on field.

Travel: Willingness to travel frequently to various solar farm locations. 80+%

Languages: English required

Location: Remote position with 90% on construction sites.

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is between $139.000 and $174.250/Annual; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements such as annual bonus, in addition to a full range of medical, dental, vision, life, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.